Atty. Jerald L. Perlman

Atty. Jerald L. Perlman

Jerald L. Perlman is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, products liability, personal injury and 2 other areas of law.

Shreveport Shreveport 54 yrs experience 54 year
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Profile Summary

About Jerald L. Perlman at a glance

Jerald L. Perlman is an Of Counsel based in Shreveport, Louisiana, practicing at Pettiette, Armand, Dunkelman, Woodley, Byrd & Cromwell, L.L.P.. They have 54+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1972. Their practice focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, litigation, and insurance. Admitted to practice in Louisiana (1972), U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana (1972), U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit (1977), and U.S. Supreme Court (1990). Educated at Louisiana State University (J.D., 1972) and Washington & Lee University (B.A., 1969). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Director, 1979-1981, Shreveport, Louisiana State and American Bar Associations Louisiana Association of Defense Counsel. Serands clients in Shreveport, LA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Jerald L. Perlman is a lawyer practicing medical malpractice defense, products liability, personal injury and 2 other areas of law
  • Jerald received a B.A. degree from Washington & Lee University in 1969, and has been licensed for 54 years
  • Jerald practices at Pettiette, Armand, Dunkelman, Woodley, Byrd & Cromwell, L.L.P. in Shreveport, LA

Practice Areas Explained

Jerald L. Perlman's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jerald L. Perlman handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice lawyers represent patients harmed by negligent doctors, hospitals, and other providers. Free case review, no fee unless you win.

Jerald L. Perlman is one of 49,086 medical malpractice attorneys indexed nationally. Browse medical malpractice attorneys in Louisiana →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

Jerald L. Perlman is one of 264,852 personal injury attorneys indexed nationally. Browse personal injury attorneys in Louisiana →

Product Liability

Jerald L. Perlman is one of 66,193 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Louisiana →

Civil Litigation

Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.

Jerald L. Perlman is one of 454,532 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Louisiana →

Insurance Law

Insurance attorneys for coverage disputes, bad faith claims, denied claims, and policy disputes.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Louisiana

Practicing law in Louisiana. Legal matters in Louisiana are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Shreveport are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Louisiana state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Louisiana brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Louisiana courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jerald L. Perlman

Where is Jerald L. Perlman's law office located?
Jerald L. Perlman's law practice is located in Shreveport, Louisiana. The firm is Pettiette, Armand, Dunkelman, Woodley, Byrd & Cromwell, L.L.P.. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jerald L. Perlman handle?
Jerald L. Perlman focuses on medical malpractice, personal injury, product liability, litigation, insurance. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Louisiana.
How long has Jerald L. Perlman practiced law?
Jerald L. Perlman has 54+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1972.
Where did Jerald L. Perlman go to law school?
Jerald L. Perlman earned their education at (J.D., 1972); (B.A., 1969).
How can I contact Jerald L. Perlman for a consultation?
You can contact Jerald L. Perlman directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Jerald L. Perlman received?
Jerald L. Perlman's notable recognition includes: BV Distinguished.

Education

J.D.
Louisiana State University
- 1972
B.A.
Washington & Lee University
- 1969

Awards

BV Distinguished

Bar Admissions

Louisiana
Admitted: 1972
U.S. District Court, Western District of Louisiana
Admitted: 1972
U.S. Court of Appeals, Fifth Circuit
Admitted: 1977
U.S. Supreme Court
Admitted: 1990
U.S. District Court, Eastern District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1991
U.S. District Court, Western District of Arkansas
Admitted: 1991
U.S. Court of Appeals, Eighth Circuit
Admitted: 1992
Texas
Admitted: 1994

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